Published 18:45 IST, March 27th 2020
After British PM, Health Secretary Matt Hancock tests positive for Coronavirus
After Prince Charles and Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the Secretary of State for Health of the United Kingdom, Matt Hancock has now tested COVID-19 positive
After Prince Charles and Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the Secretary of State for Health of the United Kingdom, Matt Hancock has now tested positive for the Coronavirus. Taking to Twitter, Hancock informed that he has tested positive and has developed mild symptoms. However, he will continue to work from home and will be under self-isolation.
"Fortunately the symptoms for me have been very mild and I have been able to carry forward with my work. Also, A massive thank you to everyone in the NHS working across the country," he said in his post.
Earlier on Friday, Boris Johnson confirmed that had tested positive for COVID-19 and had developed mild symptoms over the past 24 hours. The British PM stated that he will be under self-isolation but will also continue to lead the government via video-conference. Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu also wished for a speedy recovery for Johnson. Earlier on Wednesday, the next in line to the throne, Prince Charles had also tested positive for Coronavirus.
Buckingham Palace Releases Statement
After UK PM Boris Johnson announced that he had tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the Buckingham Palace released an official statement. It elaborated that Queen Elizabeth II had met Johnson on March 11. At the same time, it was clarified that she remained in good health and was following appropriate advice pertaining to her welfare. Two days earlier, her son Prince Charles tested positive for COVID-19.
"Her Majesty The Queen remains in good health. The Queen last saw the PM on the 11th March and is following all the appropriate advice with regards to her welfare. We will not be commenting further."
Updated 19:18 IST, March 27th 2020